Liverpool fans warned they face threat to personal safety if they make trip to Naples for Champions League tie

Liverpool fans have been told not to wear their colours for clash against Napoli - PA

Liverpool’s Champions League opponents Napoli have been instructed by Uefa to guarantee the suitability of their arena to host next week’s group opener.

The response from Europe’s governing body follows Napoli coach Carlo Ancelotti launching a tirade against those responsible for renovating the dressing room at the San Paolo stadium, where Liverpool play on Tuesday.

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Ancelotti branded those entrusted with improving the facilities "incompetent" and his club posted a video on their website highlighting the poor conditions.

Although Liverpool have been informed the away dressing room is not affected, Uefa say they are talking to Napoli about the situation.

“We are liaising with the club to get all necessary assurances and guarantees that the dressing rooms and any other relevant facilities are ready and suitable for next week’s Uefa Champions League match,” said a Uefa spokesman.

Ancelotti has issued a statement condemning the state of the home dressing roomCredit: Reuters

The Italians played their first two Serie A games away as the renovation work continued but Ancelotti is furious at the slow pace of the work.

“I have seen the state of the dressing rooms at the San Paolo. There are no words,” said Ancelotti.

“I accepted the club’s request to play the first two games away from home to allow the work to be finished, as was promised. You can build a house in two months, but they weren’t capable of renovating the dressing rooms. Where are we supposed to get changed for the games against Sampdoria and Liverpool? I’m shocked at the incompetence of the people in charge of the work. I’m dismayed.”

Meanwhile, Liverpool supporters heading to Naples have been warned they face a threat to the personal safety by making the trip.

The club has issued a stark warning to fans not to leave their hotels other than to attend the match, nor wear club colours for fear they will be targeted by Napoli fans.